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  • Answered by
    shelley on
    March 11, 2015
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    I would say your best scenario would be the one in which the ficus benjamina was placed in as high a light situation as possible without being in too much direct sunlight. If you give it too much direct sunlight the leaves will turn white with sunburn. Ficus leaves are sensitive to being moved and to light changes so you might see some leaves drop once it has been relocated. Just keep a good eye on it.

    For more information on the care of ficus benjamina, please visit the link below:
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/ficus/ficus-tree-care.htm

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  • Answered by
    shelley on
    March 15, 2015
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    This could possibly be the start of a thrip infestation on your ficus. Leaf curling and discoloration can be caused by the feeding damage caused by thrips. I would consider using a mild insecticide, like neem oil.

    For more information on thrips, please visit the link below:
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/controlling-thrips.htm

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    shelley on
    March 16, 2015
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    How long ago did this happen? The best thing you can do is bring it back inside and wait for signs of recovery. You can tell if there is any hope by conducting a "scratch test," which is where you scratch the stems to check for life underneath (look for green parts). If you don't see any green, then the prognosis for your ficus, sad to say, is not good. If new growth emerges, which hopefully it will, keep it properly watered and fertilized.

    For more information on saving cold damaged plants, please visit the following link:

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/environmental/tips-for-saving-cold-damaged-plants.htm

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    March 17, 2015
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    Usually 2 to 3 weeks of root growth should be more sufficient to sustain a new cutting,

    Looks like from your picture your off to a good start. When doing cuttings in the future I would try for 2 leaves.

    Here is a link that will help you.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/rubber-tree/propagation-rubber-tree-plant.htm

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    March 20, 2015
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    A 10 year old ficus! Wow, that's impressive!

    I think your ficus may need just a new pot, and some new potting soil added to the pot. Don't go to much larger, just 1to 2 inches larger.

    Then care for your plant as you have been.

    Here is a link to ficus care.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/ficus/ficus-tree-care.htm

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    March 25, 2015
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    It does appear your cutting is doing well and you certainly can go ahead and get it started in a good potting mix.

    Not every cutting will be successful. Great job!

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/projects/rooting-plant-cuttings.htm

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    shelley on
    April 14, 2015
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    Certainly, so long as the temperature consistently remains above 50 degrees.

    For more information on ficus houseplants, please visit the following link:
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/ficus/ficus-tree-care.htm

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